How much pasta do you need to feed 200 people 1 meal?

It's impossible to give an exact amount of pasta for 200 people without more information. Here's why:

* Serving size: How much pasta do you plan to serve per person? A standard serving is often 1-2 cups cooked, but some people eat more or less.

* Pasta type: Different pasta shapes have varying cooking times and absorb different amounts of water.

* Accompaniments: Are you serving the pasta with a heavy sauce that will be filling, or a light sauce where people might want more pasta?

Here's a general guideline to start with:

* 1-2 cups cooked pasta per person: This is a reasonable serving size.

* Estimate 1 pound of dry pasta per 4-6 people: This is a good starting point, but remember this will vary depending on your serving size and pasta type.

To get a more accurate estimate:

1. Decide on your serving size: How much pasta do you want to serve per person?

2. Consider the pasta type: Will you be using a pasta that absorbs more water (like spaghetti) or less water (like penne)?

3. Factor in the sauce: Is it a heavy, filling sauce or a light sauce?

Example:

If you decide to serve 1.5 cups of cooked pasta per person with a light sauce, you might need around 1.5 x 200 = 300 cups of cooked pasta. This would translate to around 60-75 pounds of dry pasta.

It's always better to overestimate than underestimate! You can always cook less pasta if you have too much, but it's much harder to make more if you run out.